Best Tulsa to Albuquerque Movers

How Much Do Tulsa to Albuquerque Movers Cost?

Moving 651 miles from Tulsa, OK to Albuquerque, NM will typically cost between $2,500 and $5,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.

Pro tip for the cheapest long distance move

Find long distance movers in Albuquerque that already have a booked job heading from Albuquerque to Tulsa. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Albuquerque from Tulsa entirely empty. If you can find a Albuquerque moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Tulsa to Albuquerque moving option

Hire local Tulsa movers for the pickup location at an hourly rate. They can quickly load your moving container. When your container is dropped off at your new home, hire Albuquerque movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Tulsa to Albuquerque move together yourself with at least 3 different companies. Taking on this scheduling responsibility will save you a little money by moving with this strategy.

How we ranked the top Tulsa to Albuquerque movers

Why you should trust us

We take reviews seriously to protect people just like you! Our team has been crunching data on moving companies since 2010. Our math-based ranking system uses data, manual review, and statistical analysis to help you hire the best Tulsa, OK to Albuquerque, NM long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Tulsa to Albuquerque moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 13 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Tulsa and Albuquerque areas.

From these 13 companies, we analyzed a total of 3,706 reviews dating all the way back to July 2011.

We also reviewed a total of 5 state and federal moving licenses from these 13 companies and 66 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~3,000 reviews was scored according to our detailed 11-point rating criteria

Reviews are time-weighted so that more recent reviews carry more weight. This helps you understand how a mover is doing today... not 5 years ago. We have 1,098 Tulsa to Albuquerque moving company data points from the past 2 years that carry more weight.

Bayesian averages calculated to fairly account for the differences between companies that are newer(like Bigger Better Movers) vs older more established companies (like Emrick's Van & Storage).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Tulsa to Albuquerque moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.36/10 avg (Tulsa & Albuquerque combined) from 2,621 reviews

Punctuality

Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?

7.76/10 avg (Tulsa & Albuquerque combined) from 764 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.41/10 avg (Tulsa & Albuquerque combined) from 444 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.24/10 avg (Tulsa & Albuquerque combined) from 808 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.11/10 avg (Tulsa & Albuquerque combined) from 293 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.29/10 avg (Tulsa & Albuquerque combined) from 1,034 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

8.81/10 avg (Tulsa & Albuquerque combined) from 1,435 reviews

Will Hire Again

How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again.

7.98/10 avg (Tulsa & Albuquerque combined) from 2,556 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.24/10 avg (Tulsa & Albuquerque combined) from 1,450 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.08/10 avg (Tulsa & Albuquerque combined) from 313 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

7.88/10 avg (Tulsa & Albuquerque combined) from 1,219 reviews

From Tulsa to Albuquerque: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Cherry Street in Tulsa & Nob Hill in Albuquerque are both known for their: local eateries & boutiques
• Tulsa's Brookside neighborhood & Albuquerque's Nob Hill both share: artisanal shops & nightlife
• If you're moving from Brady Arts District, check out Warehouse Arts District in the Albuquerque area for the: galleries & live events
• Do you enjoy Maple Ridge's tree-lined streets & older homes? You're sure to love Northeast Heights
• Move from Downtown Tulsa to Downtown Albuquerque and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: urban core redevelopment
• Utica Square & Uptown are both known for their: upscale retail & dining
• Tulsa's University District neighborhood & Albuquerque's University District neighborhood both have: student housing & bars
• If you're moving from Kendall-Whittier, look into Barelas for the: historic district & murals
• Do you cherish living in Blue Dome District's compact entertainment district? Move into Downtown for something similar
• The similar vibes of South Tulsa & Northeast Heights are both known for: suburban homes & good schools

Pros and Cons of Moving from Tulsa to Albuquerque

ConsTulsa, OK

• Less cultural diversity
• Higher tornado risk
• Smaller city vibe
• More humid summers

ProsAlbuquerque, NM

• Rich cultural mix
• Lower natural disaster risk
• Larger city feel
• Dryer climate

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Albuquerque, NM

• Less community vibe
• Higher cost of living
• More arid landscape
• Busier city life

Tulsa, OK

• Strong community feel
• Lower cost of living
• Lush green spaces
• Quieter city life

Pros of moving from Tulsa to Albuquerque

• Say goodbye to less cultural diversity and hello to a rich cultural mix
• Look forward to moving away from a higher tornado risk and moving to Albuquerque with a lower natural disaster risk
• Swap the smaller city vibe of Tulsa for a larger city feel in Albuquerque
• Get ready for a dryer climate in Albuquerque

Cons of moving from Tulsa to Albuquerque

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from a strong community feel in Tulsa to live with a less community vibe in Albuquerque
• You'll lose out on the pro of a lower cost of living and have to settle for the con of a higher cost of living
• Time to bid farewell to lush green spaces and get used to a more arid landscape in Albuquerque
• Swap a quieter city life for a busier city life

Tulsa vs. Albuquerque: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Tulsa to Albuquerque, you will be trading the iconic BBQ brisket of Tulsa for the equally delicious green chile of Albuquerque. And while the locals in Tulsa rave about their flavorful chicken fried steak and sumptuous Indian tacos, Albuquerque residents know they have tasty carne adovada and breakfast burrito to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the vegan BBQ they've grown to love, they can get ready for the vegan tamales of Albuquerque. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Tulsa eateries like Joe's Burger Joint, Smoke BBQ, and Elmer's BBQ. After the boxes are unpacked in Albuquerque, don't wait too long before making your way to Albuquerque's acclaimed eateries like Frontier Restaurant, El Modelo, and Mary & Tito's Cafe.

When comparing lifestyles, Albuquerque shows a greater emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Tulsa. Food truck fans will discover a greater selection in Albuquerque compared to what you are used to in Tulsa. Also, the overall foodie scene is more bustling in Albuquerque.

Discover Albuquerque Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Albuquerque is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Tulsa favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Juniper, Sisserou's, and Elote in Tulsa, we're sure you'll love Artichoke Cafe, Jambo Cafe, and El Pinto in Albuquerque. See our Albuquerque restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Tulsa hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Joe Momma's Pizza, head to Farina Pizzeria on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Tulsa and Albuquerque

• The Art Deco and Modern Ranch architecture that Tulsa is known for will be replaced with the Pueblo Revival and Territorial Style architecture typical of Albuquerque.
• Compared to Tulsa's real estate listings that commonly reference large yards and quiet neighborhoods, Albuquerque real estate listings often highlight features like mountain views and proximity to parks.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Albuquerque is more walkable than Tulsa.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Albuquerque is more bike-friendly than Tulsa.
• Albuquerque has more of an urban feel than Tulsa.
• Albuquerque housing costs are 64% more expensive than they are in Tulsa, with a median home price of $329,055 compared to Tulsa’s $200,036.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Albuquerque have increased by 64% compared to a 62% increase in Tulsa.
• Rent in Albuquerque is 20.57% more expensive than in Tulsa.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Albuquerque, NM

1. Nob Hill : You'll find this area to be perfect for pets with its many dog-friendly cafes, parks, and walking trails.
2. North Valley : Enjoy the ample green space and scenic trails where you can walk your dog or take them for a run alongside the Rio Grande.
3. Rio Rancho : Known for its spacious backyards and nearby pet parks, this neighborhood offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor fun with your pet.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Tulsa and Albuquerque

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Tulsa to Albuquerque. Albuquerque gets 23% more sunshine days than Tulsa.
• Albuquerque has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Tulsa.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and floods in Tulsa, but be on the lookout for potential wildfires and floods in Albuquerque.
• The average summer high temperature in Albuquerque is 1 degree colder than in Tulsa.
• The average winter lows are 2 degrees colder than they are in Tulsa.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Albuquerque. Albuquerque receives 30.9 fewer inches of rain compared to Tulsa.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Tulsa and Albuquerque

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Albuquerque tend to earn about 15% more than in Tulsa
• The COLI in Albuquerque will be 9% higher than what you are used to living in Tulsa
• The state income tax in NM is 1.7-4.9% compared to 0.5-5% in OK
• The affluence in Albuquerque is moderately high compared to moderate affluence in Tulsa
• The poverty level is significant in Albuquerque compared to noticeable poverty in Tulsa
• In terms of homelessness, it is moderate in Tulsa and moderately high in Albuquerque

Political and Religious Climate in Tulsa vs. Albuquerque

• Tulsa tends to lean Conservative in its political climate
• Albuquerque, on the other hand, is often described as lean Liberal
• Albuquerque's religious environment can be described as mixed, with a significant Catholic presence
• Tulsa's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as Christian Majority

Tulsa vs. Albuquerque Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 25% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Albuquerque compared to your Tulsa commute. That's 2600 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Albuquerque to be worse than it is in Tulsa.
• Public transit is more readily available in Albuquerque.